Administrative Assistant, Iqaluit Regional Office

Canadian Association of Labour Media; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 84,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support its Iqaluit Regional Office. This role involves providing vital administrative services that ensure smooth operations within the office. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a commitment to teamwork and problem-solving. With a focus on enhancing the quality of life for its members, this organization offers a supportive work environment with flexible arrangements, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Join a team dedicated to making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Flexible Work Arrangements

Group Benefits (Health, Dental, Life Insurance)

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Three Weeks’ Vacation

Recreation Allowance of $800 per year

Qualifications

• Successful completion of business and/or secretarial training or equivalent experience.
• Good knowledge of the Public Service Alliance of Canada and union principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative services for the Regional Office.
• Maintain administrative aspects and perform secretarial duties.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

Access

English Communication

Team Collaboration

Problem Solving

Education

Business and/or Secretarial Training

Tools

Personal Computer

Windows

Email

FrontPage

Internet

Job description

Administrative Assistant, Iqaluit Regional Office

Branch: Regional Offices Branch
Section: Iqaluit Regional Office
Employment Type: Indeterminate
PositionLinguistic Designation: English
Job Band: Band 8 CULE I_II
Salary:$84,656 –$95,283
Location: Iqaluit Regional Office
Search Area: Internal; Membership; Public
Closing Date:05/20/2025

Employment Equity Designation: As a result of the PSAC Workforce and Availability Analysis and in accordance with the PSAC Employment Equity Plan, preference for this position will be given to a qualified person from one of the following groups: Inuit People

Note:This position is eligible for a Yearly Isolated Post Allowance (IPA) for up to $44,641 for an incumbent with dependents and $29,265 for an incumbent without dependents. The allowance covers the following admissible categories: Environmental Allowance, Living Cost Differential, Fuel & Utilities Differential and Shelter Cost Differential.

The selected candidate is entitled to a car allowance.

Who are we?

Founded in 1966, The Public Service Alliance of Canada is the union that represents over 230,000 workers in every province and territory in Canada and in locations around the world. PSAC is headquartered in Ottawa with regional offices across the country. PSAC strives to enhance its members’ quality of life and has been at the front of significant and successful campaigns for workplace and human rights;Learn more about our victories.

We will support your mental and physical health with:

• Flexible work arrangements. Hybrid employees may have own dedicated workstations.
• Group Benefits (Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Employee and Family Assistance), such as $7,500 for mental health professionals, that are 100% paid by employer.
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan (50/50 contribution from you and us).
• Three (3) weeks’ vacation to start, plus extra paid leave to support your wellness.
• Generous support for your professional growth and career development.
• Recreation allowance of $800 per year.

Primary Responsibilities:

As part of the Regional Office Team, the Administrative Assistant provides comprehensive administrative services that enable the Regional Office to fulfill its role in a timely and credible manner. Under the direction of the Regional Coordinator, maintains the administrative aspects of the Regional Office while carrying out a wide variety of administrative, secretarial and clerical responsibilities to ensure efficient operation of the Regional Office.

What you will bring to the table:

Education/Experience

• Successful completion of business and/or secretarial training, OR equivalent experience normally provided through several years of providing administrative services relevant to the duties of the position;

Knowledge

• Good knowledge of the Public Service Alliance of Canada;
• Knowledge of the trade union objectives and activities and commitment to union and equity principles.

Abilities

• Ability to effectively transcribe type and perform word processing functions using Microsoft Word;
• Ability to use spreadsheets (ideally Excel) and database software (ideally Access);
• Proficiency in spelling, vocabulary and in the application and usage of English;
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English:
• Ability to work cooperatively with others in a team environment;
• Proficiency in the use of a personal computer including ability to use Windows, e mail, FrontPage, and Internet;
• Ability to work independently and determine priorities under strict deadlines;

Personal suitability

• High degree of initiative, good judgment and problem-solving.

What you need to know:

• Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
• While we appreciate all the candidates’ interest, only those considered in the process will be contacted.
• A full job description is available upon request.

NOTES:

Internal applicants should submit their résumé online through the internal career site.

Indeterminate PSAC employees who meet all the qualifications of this position can request a transfer in accordance with the relevant collective agreement by uploading a cover letter indicating it is a transfer request, on or before the closing date. Please also upload a resume in your candidate profile (if not previously done) and indicate “Yes” under “Employment Information”, in your candidate profile when requesting a transfer.

The objective of the PSAC’s policy on Employment Equity is to achieve equality in the workplace for women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with Disabilities, Lesbians, Gays, Bisexuals and 2SLGBTQIA+ community people.
The Employee Self-Identification Questionnaire is an important part of the PSAC’s Employment Equity Program. All of the individual information collected from this questionnaire will be kept strictly confidential.
The statistics gathered from this survey will assist the PSAC in obtaining an accurate profile of its current workforce, which will enable us to keep an up-to-date and progressive employment equity plan.
In many cases, you may identify in more than one designated group. For example, you may identify yourself as an Indigenous person and a person with a disability and a woman.
False declaration on the Employment Equity Self-Declaration Questionnaire will be taken seriously and may prompt an investigation or further actions, as necessary.

Please contact [e-mail] to obtain this questionnaire in an alternate format (i.e. large print) or should you need more information or require assistance in completing this questionnaire.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. For accommodation needs or to obtain a copy of the documents in alternate format, please email [e-mail].